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Stephen Scelsa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.
Dr. Scelsa is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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10 Union Sq E, New York, NY 10003
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Andrew B. Lassman, MD, FAAN, FASCO, is a Professor of Neurology and Associate Dean of Clinical Research Compliance at the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Lassman also serves as Chief of the Division of Neuro-Oncology and Vice Chair for Clinical Research in the Department of Neurology, and as Associate Director for Clinical Trials at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center. As a clinician-scientist, Dr. Lassman focuses both his research and clinical efforts on improving the understanding and treatment of brain tumors.Dr. Lassman has particular expertise in translational clinical trials for brain tumors, with molecular correlative analyses to understand the reasons for treatment success or failure, and to refine treatment paradigms. Dr. Lassman has led retrospective studies, single institution prospective clinical trials, and multicenter prospective trials conducted nationally through the National Cancer Institute sponsored National Clinical Trials Network. His contributions to the field of Neuro-Oncology have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Preuss Award in Neuro-Oncology from the American Academy of Neurology, the Boyer Clinical Research Award from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and the Gary Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer.Dr. Lassman earned his BS and MS degrees in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, as part of a combined four-year program at Yale University. He attained his MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed Neurology residency at the Neurological Institute of New York, at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Lassman completed his fellowship in Neuro-Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, where he joined the faculty and served as fellowship director, until his return to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Lassman is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri. Dr. Lassman is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Lassman is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa by calling their office at 212-844-8490. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa a top-rated expert for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa is classified as an Elite expert for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). You can view a list of Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen N. Scelsa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-844-8490 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Distinguished
- Multifocal Motor NeuropathyDr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Multifocal Motor Neuropathy.
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Primary Lateral SclerosisDr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
- Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency Neuronopathy
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular AtrophyDr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Scelsa isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- Advanced
- Amyotonia CongenitaDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Amyotonia Congenita.
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Congenital Myasthenic SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- DysarthriaDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Foot DropDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Hereditary Neuralgic AmyotrophyDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy.
- Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1)
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- L1 SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about L1 Syndrome.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.
- Multiple MononeuropathyDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Multiple Mononeuropathy.
- Pseudobulbar AffectDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Pseudobulbar Affect.
- Sensorimotor PolyneuropathyDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- Spastic ParaparesisDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraparesis.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 11Dr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 2Dr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 3ADr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 4Dr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 4.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 5ADr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 7Dr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.
- Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- Tomaculous NeuropathyDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Tomaculous Neuropathy.
- Troyer SyndromeDr. Scelsa isAdvanced. Learn about Troyer Syndrome.
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- Acute Cerebellar AtaxiaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.
- Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)Dr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).
- Alcoholic NeuropathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Neuropathy.
- Alexander DiseaseDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Alexander Disease.
- Anti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- CamptocormismDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Camptocormism.
- Canavan DiseaseDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Canavan Disease.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal
- Chronic PainDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Conversion DisorderDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Conversion Disorder.
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- Delta-SarcoglycanopathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy.
- DermatomyositisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- Distal Myopathy 2Dr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Distal Myopathy 2.
- DysferlinopathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Dysferlinopathy.
- Emery-Dreifuss Muscular DystrophyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy.
- EncephalitisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- ErythromelalgiaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Erythromelalgia.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial Transthyretin AmyloidosisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis.
- Farber LipogranulomatosisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Farber Lipogranulomatosis.
- Fukuyama Type Muscular DystrophyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Fukuyama Type Muscular Dystrophy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- Inclusion Body MyositisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Inclusion Body Myositis.
- Infantile Axonal NeuropathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.
- LeukodystrophyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Leukodystrophy.
- Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts
- MeningitisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- Metachromatic LeukodystrophyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Metachromatic Leukodystrophy.
- Miyoshi MyopathyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Miyoshi Myopathy.
- Movement DisordersDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Myotonia CongenitaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Myotonia Congenita.
- Myotonic DystrophyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Myotonic Dystrophy.
- Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2Dr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2.
- NeuralgiaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Neurogenic BladderDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Neurogenic Bladder.
- Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID)
- Oculopharyngeal Muscular DystrophyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy.
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.
- Paramyotonia CongenitaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Paramyotonia Congenita.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Pelizaeus-Merzbacher DiseaseDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Pelizaeus-Merzbacher Disease.
- PolymyositisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Post Polio SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Post Polio Syndrome.
- Premenstrual Dysphoric DisorderDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.
- Progressive External OphthalmoplegiaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia.
- PtosisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- Rasmussen EncephalitisDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Rasmussen Encephalitis.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- SciaticaDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- SeizuresDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- ShinglesDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Shingles.
- SpasticityDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2Dr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis
- Stiff Person SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Person Syndrome.
- Susac SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Susac Syndrome.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- VEXAS SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about VEXAS Syndrome.
- Walker-Warburg SyndromeDr. Scelsa isExperienced. Learn about Walker-Warburg Syndrome.
- X-Linked Dominant Scapuloperoneal Myopathy
- X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
